Bloomington Warrant Records
Bloomington warrant records are handled through the Hennepin County District Court system. Located just south of Minneapolis, Bloomington is home to the Mall of America and has a population of about 90,000 residents. The Bloomington Police Department works closely with Hennepin County on warrant service and record keeping. You can look up warrant records online through the state court system or contact the Bloomington Police directly for local case information. This guide covers the main ways to search for and access warrant records tied to Bloomington cases.
Bloomington Overview
Hennepin County Handles Bloomington Warrants
Bloomington is in Hennepin County. All warrant records for Bloomington cases go through the Hennepin County District Court in the 4th Judicial District. This is the same court system that serves Minneapolis, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, and other Hennepin County cities. The court files and manages all warrant types, including arrest warrants, bench warrants, and search warrants.
The Hennepin County Government Center is at 300 South 6th Street in Minneapolis. Court staff there handle case lookups and records requests for Bloomington cases. You can call the Violations Bureau at (612) 348-2040 for questions about warrants tied to citations or missed court dates. The building is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Visit the Hennepin County District Court website for online resources.
| Court | Hennepin County District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 300 South 6th Street Minneapolis, MN 55487 |
| Phone | (612) 348-2040 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Searching Bloomington Warrant Records Online
The fastest way to look up Bloomington warrant records is through Minnesota Court Records Online. This free state tool lets you search by name or case number across all Minnesota courts, including Hennepin County. Results show party names, case type, docket entries, and status. Some warrant details may be hidden for privacy, but the case itself should be visible.
You can also check for warrant information through the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The BCA runs a statewide criminal history system that tracks warrant data under Statute 299C.115. For a more detailed local search, call the Hennepin County court or visit in person to ask about specific cases.
Bloomington Police Department Warrant Info
The Bloomington Police Department is led by Chief Booker T Hodges. The department operates under the core value of respect. Officers carry mobile digital terminals with direct access to warrant information and state motor vehicle records. This lets them check warrant status in the field during traffic stops and calls for service.
Bloomington PD has specialized units including six canine teams, a bomb squad (one of only four in the state), and a 20-member SWAT team. The department has a mutual aid agreement with Mall of America security for information sharing. When it comes to warrant records, Bloomington officers serve warrants and execute search warrants as part of regular duty. Any warrants filed as a result of Bloomington investigations go through the Hennepin County court system.
Visit the Bloomington Police Department website for department info and services.
The BPD site has contact details, department policies, and links to data request forms.
Bloomington Data Practices and Record Requests
Bloomington has a Data Practices Portal for public record requests. The city uses the JustFOIA system to track data requests. You can submit a request for police data, case records, and other public documents through this portal.
Access the Bloomington Data Practices Portal for record requests.
Through this portal you can submit and track requests for police records and other public data from the city.
Under Minnesota Statute 13.82, law enforcement data falls into different categories. Public data is available to anyone. Private data is only available to the person it is about. Confidential data is restricted. Most basic warrant info, like whether an active warrant exists, is considered public data. Details tied to open investigations may be held back until the case is resolved. The Bloomington data practices page explains how to request records and what to expect.
Bloomington Warrant Record Laws
Warrants in Bloomington follow state law. Under Statute 626.05, a search warrant must be a written order from a court directed to a peace officer. It has to name the person or place and describe the items to be seized. Under Statute 626.08, probable cause must be shown through a sworn affidavit before any search warrant can be issued.
Search warrants can only be served between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM unless a judge authorizes nighttime service under Statute 626.14. Bloomington's SWAT team may be involved in high-risk warrant service, including no-knock warrants. These require proof that the place can't be searched while empty and that someone inside poses a serious threat. All executed warrants must be returned to court within ten days.
View the City of Bloomington official website for additional resources.
The city website has links to police, court info, and other public services for Bloomington residents.
Nearby Cities with Warrant Records
Bloomington is surrounded by other cities in the south metro. Several of them share the Hennepin County court system, while others are in Dakota County.
Hennepin County Warrant Records
Bloomington is in Hennepin County. Every warrant filing for the city goes through the Hennepin County District Court in Minneapolis. For full details on the county court, search tools, and contact info, see the county page.